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La Crosse
Tuesday, September 16th, 2025
Good morning, La Crosse. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The 2025 La Crosse Oktoberfest Medallion Hunt begins today with its first clue stating that another summer has passed—an inviting prompt that challenges locals to use their sleuthing skills and join in the hunt. WIZM
- ➤ On September 15, an escaped emu wandered through town—capturing the attention of residents and prompting officials to work on its safe recapture. News8000
- ➤ Today, the Onalaska Lions Club broke ground at Community Park for 'Every Child's Dream Park'—an all-abilities playground built to offer an inclusive play space for children and families at an estimated cost of $800,000. News8000
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Downtown La Crosse’s Pizzaria Dolorosa shows how local chefs hand-toss dough and prepare fresh toppings with care — each pizza made as a crafted work of art. News8000
- ➤ Vivian Stephenson was crowned as the 2025 Miss La Crosse-Oktoberfest on Saturday at UW-La Crosse’s Student Union—she performed a tap dance and discussed her community service initiative, Harmony in Motion: Dance for Youth Well-Being, taking over from Savannah Horstman. Additional fest events will be announced in the coming days. WIZM
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Officials announced on September 15 that the state may soon raise fees for Wisconsin's livestock industry, a move that could increase expenses for local farmers. News8000
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On September 15, 2025, local lawmakers attended a Chamber of Commerce event—an important local meeting. News8000
- ➤ Today, local lawmakers including Senator Brad Pfaff and Representatives Jill Billings and Steve Doyle attended a Chamber event in La Crosse — where they discussed the state’s biennial budget and its funding for education and healthcare. Representative Billings stressed the need for a timely budget passage — especially to secure federal funds for rural hospitals. News8000
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Hundreds of community members gathered at Riverside Park on Saturday morning for the 20th annual 'Steppin' Out in Pink' walk that supported breast cancer research and patient programs in La Crosse. The event featured a survivor walk and vendor market that honored those who battled breast cancer. News8000
- ➤ Ukrainian scientists are visiting UWL to learn about health care technology—six IT experts meet with faculty to discuss best practices for building a national veterans' registry and stay with local Rotary families until September 20th. News8000
- ➤ In September, mental health advocates stress that help is available for anyone with suicidal thoughts as Great Rivers 211 gives free access to mental health services, food, transport — and housing support. Local lawmakers reintroduced a bill for a statewide suicide prevention program and a related event will be held Sept. 18 at The Nature Place in Myrick Park. News8000
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Wisconsin-La Crosse vs. Wayne State Warriors Football
1-5 p.m. — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Tickets required — Enjoy an intense college football matchup between the Eagles and the Warriors.
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40th Anniversary Celebration
4:30-7:00 p.m. — Franciscan Spirituality Center — Free entry — Celebrate four decades of community service and spirituality at this joyous anniversary event.
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64th Oktoberfest USA
12:00 AM – 11:59 PM — Oktoberfest Grounds — Admission varies — Celebrate the longest-running Oktoberfest in the Midwest with parades, local food, and live music.
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Herb Mocktail Happy Hour
4-5 p.m. — Art House La Crosse — $45 — Explore herbal flavors while crafting seasonal mocktails using fresh ingredients.
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Oktoberfest Race Weekend - Day 1
3 PM — La Crosse Fairgrounds Speedway — Access included with subscription — Experience an exciting day of racing events featuring multiple tours and series.
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TLW Fall Convention & Trade Show
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — La Crosse Center — Check Official Website — A gathering for industry professionals featuring keynote speakers and an expansive trade show floor.
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6th Annual Drive the Road to Recovery
Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiring stories, delicious food, and performance by the ATCWW choir. Every dollar we raise goes directly to the care of women who are struggling with addiction. We hope to see you there!
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Lend Me a Tenor
7:30 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. — La Crosse Community Theatre — Check event page for pricing — Experience a madcap comedy featuring mistaken identities and operatic chaos.
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Football Match: Wisconsin-La Crosse Eagles vs. UW-Eau Claire Blugolds
11:30 AM – 9:00 PM — Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Catch the football action as UW-La Crosse takes on UW-Eau Claire live.
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